Janet Ann Brinker

Janet Ann Brinker obituary, Champlin, MN

Janet Ann Brinker

Janet Brinker Obituary

Published by Legacy on Dec. 25, 2025.
Janet Ann Brinker, age 86, of Champlin passed away after a short illness. She is preceded in death by husband Darryl, sisters Gerry Schauer, Jean Janning and brother Joe Schauer. She is survived by children Deborah Rose, David (Sheri) Brinker, Brian (Tina Madrid) Brinker, Julie (Todd) Mitteness; grandchildren Jaina (John), Abby (Mike), Derek (Jenna), Nicolette (Mike); great-grandchildren Brooklyn, Rylan, Stella, Beckham, and Layla; siblings Gary, Bob, and Peggy; sister-in-laws Jerrine and Mary Jo.

Janet grew up on a farm in Arlington, MN. She met Darryl and married him in 1960. Janet raised her family in Crystal and later moved to Champlin. She enjoyed dining out, bingo, and the Minnesota Vikings. Janet was loved and will be missed by many.

Private family services to occur with a celebration of Janet's life at a later date.

Memorials preferred to the Humane Society of Minnesota.

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